Sometimes, being in the right place at the right time can help a person. They might luck into an opportune puck in front that they can bury for a goal. They might also find an open man and connect for a goal. Whatever the case, opportunities can lead to greater things for a team. That includes the Vegas Golden Knights, who've made it a habit of taking care of these chances.
Unfortunately, that hasn't translated to the power play, where the Golden Knights have a lifetime percentage of 19.6%. Last season, they scored 20.2% during the man advantage, a dismal number for a contending team. That's especially unnerving when compared to teams like the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Lightning had a power play percentage of 28.6% in 2023-24, leading the NHL. With a team of superstars like Jonathan Marchessault, Jack Eichel, and Marc-Andre Fleury, fans expect better.
On that note, who's been present for the most power play goals in a single season? Who's been there for you when the rain starts to pour? This player has been there for the Golden Knights since the start, although they're heading to a country-filled town. Here's who had the most power play goals on-ice for in a single season.
Jonathan Marchessault has the most power play goals on-ice for in a single season with 36 in 2023-24
Not surprisingly, Jonathan Marchessault had the most power play goals on-ice for in a season for the Vegas Golden Knights. He was on the ice for 36 goals on the man advantage in 2023-24, scoring eight power play goals that same year. He also had nine assists during this situation, making him a special player for the Golden Knights.
That same season also saw Jack Eichel be present for 33 power play goals. Meanwhile, Marc-Andre Fleury holds the third spot with 32, doing it in 2018-19. The netminder is also tied for fourth with 30, tying with Logan Thompson (2023-24). Fleury also holds the sixth spot with 29 in 2017-18, leading the team that season.
Marchessault will be sorely missed by the Golden Knights. He'll start a new journey and leave a lasting legacy in Las Vegas. However, it leaves an opportunity for newer names like Alexander Holtz to make a positive impact. These new names will help the team move ahead, creating more opportunities. That's especially true with a mundane unit like the power play, where fans want to see the group thrive for once.